#10 - From Awareness to Action: Combatting Domestic Violence Together with Vasu Siva

Join host, Chelsea, and special guest, Vasu, in a powerful episode addressing the urgent issue of domestic violence. They emphasize the importance of awareness and proactive action. Vasu, a general practitioner, shares her experiences dealing with domestic abuse cases and highlights the need for healthcare professionals to provide support.

Episode Highlights:

1. Raise awareness about domestic violence with alarming statistics.
2. Cultural and social factors contributing to domestic violence are discussed, emphasizing its impact on all genders.
3. Discuss our role in supporting domestic violence victims with empathy and judgment-free spaces is highlighted.
4. The importance of self-care, gradual change, self-awareness, and education about domestic abuse is emphasized.

This episode is a compelling call to break the silence surrounding domestic violence, promoting a safer and more empathetic world for all. Listen now to join the conversation. 

Vasumathy Sivarajasingam, known as Vasu, is an accomplished General Practitioner with over two decades of experience as a GP partner at Hillview Surgery in West London. She graduated from Ninewells Hospital and Medical School in 1995 and completed her vocational training scheme at Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital in 1999. Vasu's clinical expertise spans diverse areas, particularly focusing on women's health and family planning. Beyond clinical responsibilities, she actively engages in non-clinical roles, notably in Health and Human Resources. As the Primary Care Clinical Lead for Adult Mental Health, Green Agenda, and Patient Engagement in Ealing Borough, Vasu is dedicated to enhancing healthcare sustainability and patient well-being. She has been recognized for pioneering environmentally conscious practices and actively addressing social issues, including raising awareness about domestic abuse and reducing health inequalities.


Children who see domestic abuse are victims too. Insightful DA awareness video accessible via this link: https://hiyos.org/children-who-see-domestic-abuse-are-victims-too/, offers a poignant perspective from a child's viewpoint.

Domestic abuse – Ask for help!

National Domestic Abuse Helpline: Run by Refuge, this helpline offers free confidential support and advice 24/7. You can reach them at 0808 2000 247

Women’s Aid: Women’s Aid is a national organization that provides support and resources for women experiencing domestic abuse. They have a network of local services across the UK.

Men’s Advice Line: This helpline offers support and advice specifically for male victims of domestic abuse. You can reach them at 0808 801 0327

LGBTQ+ Domestic Abuse Helpline: This helpline provides support for members of the LGBTQ+ community experiencing domestic abuse. You can contact them at 0800 999 5428

Childline – 0800 1111 

www.childline.org.uk 

(Free and confidential helpline for

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